Engineer Fuel Dev & Variability Reduction

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.

-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers.

Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit  Follow us on Linked In, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Subject to general review by a manager or more experienced engineer, plans and conducts work requiring judgement in independent evaluations and selection of processes and evaluation techniques and procedures. Devises new approaches and substantial modifications of standard techniques. Independently performs most assignments with instructions as to general results expected. Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects.

Location: On-site in Erwin, Tennessee.

• Evaluates situations, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using judgement in making minor modifications.
• Assignments have a clear objective and require planning and investigation of limited number of possible solutions.
• Work is reviewed for application of sound judgement and compliance with contract technical requirements and meet Engineering policies and procedures.
• Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions.
• Little to no assistance is furnished on unusual problems and work is reviewed for sound professional judgement.
• Performs work independently which involves conventional types of plans, investigations, structures or equipment rarely with precedents.
• Prepare written reports, drawings/sketches, technical documents (Technical Basis, Change Requests, Equivalencies, Set Points, etc.).
• Designs and conducts tests or experiments, evaluate and correlate data, organize and plan work.
• Applies understanding of manufacturing technology, technical process specifications, Engineering policies and procedures, QC procedures, department goals, customer needs and contract requirements.
• Develops ability to interpret technical specifications, conduct meetings, deal with customer, vendor, and other department representatives, prepare time and cost estimates.
• Work as part of a team that creates and manages the Knowledge Management Program.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. 4 years of experience required.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information in writing and verbally.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multifunctional team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.

BWXT Salary Grade: 8.1

Pay: $86,000 - $136,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $86,000 and $136,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.

Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in…